MISSION STATEMENTThe University Libraries is a leader in managing and providing access to information
services and resources that support teaching, learning, and research for the University
of Memphis community.

VISION STATEMENT The University Libraries will be the information and research destination of choice
for the University of Memphis community, committed to developing lifelong learning
and research skills in a welcoming, resource-rich, innovative, and stimulating environment,
embracing collaborative opportunities and cultivating a technologically-enhanced,
user-centered setting for the discovery, creation, organization, preservation, and
communication of knowledge.

STATEMENT OF VALUESProviding the varied services, resources, and programs of the University Libraries
requires the involvement of many people. While each individual utilizes his or her
own particular expertise and background and adopts his or her unique way to accomplish
each task, the overall effort is guided by a common set of values that binds the whole
together with a common purpose. As they go about meeting the Libraries' established
objectives, University Libraries' faculty and staff are committed to the following
values:

ServiceThe University Libraries seeks excellence in providing assistance to all Libraries
users while ensuring that access to information resources is provided in an open,
receptive, and courteous manner, with a commitment to freedom of information and equity
of access.

QualityThe University Libraries strives to deliver effective user services, resources, and
programs, using the highest feasible standards of management, assessment, organization,
and delivery. We are simultaneously committed to the development of a knowledgeable,
versatile, and skilled faculty and staff.

IntegrityThe University Libraries affirms the principles of academic freedom and provides all
services, programs, and operations with honesty, openness, and accountability.

DiversityThe University Libraries values and appreciates the differences, among our users,
our collections, and our faculty and staff. We endeavor to provide a climate of acceptance
and respect for all points of view and for all individuals, whether members of the
university community or the community-at-large, without regard to race, ethnicity,
gender, age, sexual orientation, or physical abilities.

CollaborationThe University Libraries partners with the departments and colleges to provide resources
and services to support the academic programs of the University. We join with other
academic communities and libraries throughout Memphis, Tennessee, the Mid-South region,
and the nation to enhance access to information resources beyond the University Campus.